Rhenania Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Rhenania Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 43.607 N,2 15.307 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.726783
  • Longitude: -2.255117
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RHENANIA
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 7, 1912
Original Detection Year 1912
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.7.72 20.7.72 LOST OFF NOIR HOUMET. (CHANNEL ISLANDS WKS). POSN 494340N, 021513W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 16, 1999

Circumstances of loss

LOST OFF NOIR HOUMET. (CHANNEL ISLANDS WKS). ON ROUTE FOR SPAIN. WENT ASHORE ON THE NOIR HOUMET AT LAGUE, BURHOU. CARGO SALVAGED. SHIP LATER BECAME A TOTAL WRECK. (WRECKED ON THE CHANNEL ISLANDS [PHOTO P.64]).

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FAQ

Where is the RHENANIA wreck located?

The RHENANIA wreck is located at coordinates 49 43.607 N,2 15.307 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RHENANIA?

The seabed around the RHENANIA lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the RHENANIA sink?

The RHENANIA sank on Apr 7, 1912.

When was the wreck of the RHENANIA discovered?

The wreck of the RHENANIA was discovered in 1912.

What country did the RHENANIA belong to?

The RHENANIA belonged to NL.

What cargo was the RHENANIA carrying?

The RHENANIA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the RHENANIA?

The RHENANIA is classified as a steam ship.

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